Cardiff Blues are delighted to announce that Wales winger Alex Cuthbert has signed a new contract extension with the region
Cuthbert underlined his credentials during the Blues Heineken Cup campaign in November scoring a brace of tries against Racing Metro in Paris and was picked for Wales soon after, making his debut against Australia in December 2011.
It has been a meteoric rise from UWIC, Cardiff RFC, and Cardiff Blues to Wales Grand Slam winner for the young Gloucester man who extends his contract with the Cardiff Blues this week.
Speaking of his decision to stay with the region, Cuthbert, said:
“I am very pleased to be re signing for another year with The Blues and I can now look forward to the summer tour with Wales and next season with the region”
“I had a few offers outside of Wales and having gone through all the options thoroughly with family and friends, I came to the conclusion that the best option was to stay at the Blues, showing my loyalty to the region, coaches and the fans”
“Playing for Wales was a huge part of my decision to stay with the Blues and playing for the region regularly will hopefully strengthen my chances of keeping my place in the Wales team.”
“Obviously with Phil taking over as Head Coach it’s exciting times for the region as well. I know Phil from my time with the Wales Sevens where he was involved. He’s a great coach, I’ve heard he’s very well organized and puts good structures in place which I know will benefit the club next season.”
“I’m also very excited that the Blues are moving back to the Arms Park, I’m yet to play there in front of a full crowd so hopefully we can do that next season. I’ve watched a few games down there and the atmosphere is unbelievable and if we maintain good crowds that will help us no end on the pitch.”
Cardiff Blues CEO Richard Holland added,
“Following discussions and negotiations with Alex and his agent we are delighted that he has extended his contract with the region.”
“Alex has had a phenomenal first season, going from playing for Cardiff RFC, to the Blues and winning a Grand Slam with Wales and he will certainly strengthen our squad next season.”
“This is more positive news for Cardiff Blues supporters ahead of our move back to the Arms Park next season.”